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6 Child Daycare & Preschools in Murphy, North Carolina

Browse all 6 child daycare & preschools in Murphy, North Carolina. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Murphy

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

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    517 Hiwassee St, Murphy, NC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    NOTE: The reviews provided do not pertain to the daycare facility but rather to the church itself. Based on available information, Murphy First Baptist Church Day Care has a 4.5/5 Google rating with no actual daycare reviews. The church facility offers nursery and children's services as part of its broader ministry.

    Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilitycolorful and inviting children's roomsall facilities on one floor for accessibility

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Murphy, North Carolina

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Murphy, North Carolina, making up 43% of the 14 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Murphy, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Murphy, North Carolina, out of 14 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Murphy, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with North Carolina's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in North Carolina)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Murphy offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 5 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in North Carolina typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Murphy for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Murphy must be licensed by North Carolina's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.